Model Minority / 12” x 16” / Mixed Media on recycled wood / 2008
Western culture, among other non-Asian cultures, often portrays Asians as meek, submissive 'minorities' more 'acceptable' than other ethnic groups like African-Americans, or Hispanics-- even though ultimately all of these stereotypes are equally prejudicial and demeaning.
Icon / 16” x 20” / Mixed media on canvas / 2006
Using the techniques used in the medieval iconoclastic images, I wanted to glorify DNA. Having worked in a lab where the primary theme of research was genetic instability in the human genome, I was inspired by the basis of our study, the DNA double helix.
God / 10” x 12” / Oil on canvas / 2008
Millions of billions of people around the world put their lives in the hands of God. Here is a Hindu widow praying at the feet of 'Bahubali', lord to Jains and Buddists, this huge concrete statue is a magnificent sight. This painting is according to proportion.
Ballet series_1 / 18” x 24” / Pencil on paper / 2006
As an artist, I have always admired and respected other artists. Especially those in areas that is so different to mine. I have shown satin slippers in different settings to create a timelessness to encourage the viewer to slip into a 'Swan Lake' mood. This series was inspired by the pain and struggle that ballet dancers go through, all while appearing beautiful, graceful and light as feathers.
